Dental Practice: Page 383

U.S. judge blocks Aetna, Humana merger

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A U.S. federal judge has blocked Aetna's $37 billion acquisition of Humana, noting the insurance company megamerger would diminish competition.

January 23, 2017

What can you say to reassure pediatric patients?

By Lori Roniger

What if saying a few magic words to pediatric patients and their caregivers could produce greater patient satisfaction and better oral care compliance? A new study suggests that clinicians who provide more positive reinforcement when speaking with pediatric patients were perceived to be more patient-centered and empathetic, which may boost cooperation with treatment.

January 22, 2017

Do's and don'ts for team leadership: Show staff where you're leading them

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

If you own a practice, there's no question you're the team leader. But what's your destination? What are you striving for, and what roles should your team members play in getting there? The answers amount to your practice vision. With a vision, all of you have a common goal. The difference, in terms of results, can be dramatic, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin.

January 22, 2017

January new-product roundup from DrBicuspid.com

By Tony Edwards

Since the middle of December, companies have introduced new products ranging from a smart toothbrush to a 3D printer, and more. Here is our monthly roundup of new products from companies such as Kolibree, Microcopy, TJA Health, and others.

January 19, 2017

New midlevel provider bill introduced in ND

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

North Dakota lawmakers are once again considering a bill to allow midlevel providers to practice in the state.

January 19, 2017

U.S. oral health shines in Healthy People 2020 review

By Theresa Pablos

The U.S. is mostly hitting its oral health goals from the Healthy People 2020 initiative on improving population health in the country, according to a new review. Dental treatment and preventive services have by and large increased for U.S. children and adults over the last decade.

January 19, 2017

CDC releases infection-prevention app for dental offices

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a new app to help dental facilities stay compliant with infection-prevention practices.

January 18, 2017

New bill again attempts to add dental to Medicare

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

A California congresswoman has introduced a new bill that would expand Medicare to include dental care.

January 17, 2017

What one bad apple might be costing you

By Jay Geier

Two missed calls a month doesn't sound like much, does it? But as Scheduling Institute President Jay Geier writes, what you are missing can hurt your practice. In his latest column, he looks at how much just one unmotivated staff member may be costing your practice and what you can do.

January 17, 2017

What do you tell your patients about mouthwash?

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Dr. Alvin Danenberg's patients often ask him about mouthwash and mouthrinses. They want to know if mouthwash kills bacteria. But then they ask if bacteria can cause gum disease and how can they get or keep healthy gums. This is an opportunity to have an in-depth conversation about your patient's health.

January 17, 2017

CDHCs and the evolving dental team

By Theresa Pablos

The dental team is changing. It seems everyone is trying to find a solution to increase access to oral healthcare for millions of Americans. For the past 10 years, the ADA's answer has not been midlevel providers but rather community dental health coordinators (CDHCs).

January 16, 2017

The 3 benefits your employees want more than a raise

By Sally McKenzie

Salary is important when it comes to attracting and keeping team members to your practice. However, as practice management consultant Sally McKenzie writes, the three core benefits you offer might be just as important to them.

January 16, 2017

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